by admin | Oct 17, 2014 | Teaching News, Technology
The FÍS Film Project is currently thriving in Irish primary schools. The project encourages children to explore the medium of film and develops essential skills in moving-image literacy, communication, teamwork, visual arts and numeracy in addition to a creating an...
by admin | Oct 11, 2014 | Technology
The Signs of Autumn 2014 Twitter Project took place last week and many schools across the country took part. There were also contributions from a school in Canada and another in Australia. Because it is spring in Australia, it was interesting to compare the seasons in...
by admin | Oct 9, 2014 | Teaching News
Maths Week Ireland 2014 takes place from 11th – 19th October this year. Maths Week Ireland promotes awareness, appreciation and understanding of maths through a huge variety of events and activities. It is a great opportunity for schools to place an added emphasis on...
by admin | Oct 3, 2014 | Book Reviews
The Milo Adventures: Milo and the Pirate Sister. Main Characters: Milo: Clever, fun and loving boy. Shane: Funny, loves food, caring boy. Big Ella: Shane’s Gran, strong-minded and caring lady. Mister Lewis: Delicate ghost, caring and friendly. Plot: This is a story...
by admin | Sep 30, 2014 | Teaching News, Technology
After what has been an exceptionally mild September, the days are gradually closing in and the autumn weather is making its presence felt. That can only mean that it’s time for the “Signs of Autumn 2014 Twitter Project”. This will be the third autumn Twitter project...
by admin | Sep 28, 2014 | Teaching News, Technology
As you may know, the new Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O’ Sullivan TD, has agreed to be a special guest in the weekly #EdChatIE Twitter chat on this Monday evening, September 29th. The Twitter chat will take more of a “question and answer” format on...
